Genus Ceratopetalum is a plant species native to Southern Australia. It is a member of the Cunoniaceae family, which contains around 27 genera and more than 350 species, including Ceratopetalum. Some of the synonyms for the genus Ceratopetalum include Ceratopetalon, which means "horned petal," and Petalostigma, which means "feathered stigma." Another synonym is Schizomeria, which means "splitting meristem," referring to the plant's ability to divide and multiply. These synonyms help to identify different aspects of the genus Ceratopetalum and its unique characteristics. Whether used in scientific contexts or for horticultural purposes, synonyms are helpful in describing and classifying plant species.